Overview

The specialization builds upon instruction in fundamental principles of the organization of behavior through integrated coursework in biology, psychology and neuroscience, primate behavior, and human biology. It also affords broad knowledge and deep insight into the evolution and ecology of behavior and its hormonal, neural, and genetic regulatory mechanisms. Flexibility in course selection enables students to develop individualized programs. The specialization in Behavioral Biology encourages undergraduate research and prepares students for postgraduate study in basic and biomedical fields.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Sociobiology
Behavioral Biology
Behavioral Endocrinology
Behavioral Ecology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-02 00:00:00

Language

English

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100

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Credits

128 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Boston, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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100

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General requirements

Common Application- Application Fee: $80
High School Transcript
Senior Year Grades
Guidance Counselor Recommendation and School Report Form
Teacher Evaluation
Standardized Tests: BU requires either the SAT or ACT
Portfolios, Auditions and Interviews (only for Students applying to the College of Fine Arts)
Secondary School Records
Final Year Grades
English Proficiency Testing Results
Documentation of Financial Support
Passport Photocopy

Tuition Fees

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Applies to you

Non-residents

52816 USD / year

≈ 52816 USD / year
Out-of-State

52816 USD / year

≈ 52816 USD / year

Living costs

Boston

United States

1560 - 3239 USD / month

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Scholarships Information

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